1953 Fiat 500 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1954 Lancia Aurelia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 521 kg more than 1953 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 500 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
